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Experience Al Wusta

Flanked on the east by the Arabian Sea, on the west by the Rub Al Khali – The Empty Quarter – and by Oman’s most southern governorate – Dhofar – to the south, Al Wusta covers a large area in the middle of the Sultanate.

Adventure

Birdwatching

Camping

Nature & Wildlife

Duqm Rock Garden

Al Wusta Wildlife Reserve

The Sugar Dunes of Al Khaluf

Barr Al Hikman

Culture

A'Sharqiyah

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Experience A’Sharqiyah

Consisting of the governorates of North and South A’Sharqiyah, this part of Oman is widely considered the geographical jewel of the Sultanate. It is here that stunning coastlines give way to the unique ecosystem that is Sharqiyah Sands, making this region a paradise for adventurers and explorers.

Adventure

Dune bashing

Camping

Turtle Watching

Camel Riding

Nature & Wildlife

Majlis Al Jinn Cave

Sharqiyah Sands

Al Ashkarah

Masirah Island

Culture

Al Mudayrib (village)

Bidiyah

Jalan Bani Bu Ali

Jalan Bani Bu Hassan

A'Dakhiliyah

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Experience A’Dakhiliyah

A’Dakhiliyah, which means ‘The Interior’, is comprised of a portion of the Al Hajar Mountain range, as well as eight separate districts: Adam, Al Hamra, Bahla, Bidbid, Izki, Manah, Nizwa and Samail.

Adventure

Hiking

Camping

Caving

Nature & Wildlife

Jebel Shams

Al Jebel Al Akhdar

Wadi Tanuf

Wadi Ghul

Culture

Nizwa Fort

Nizwa Souq

Misfat Al Abreyeen

Jabreen Castle

A'Dhahira

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Experience A’Dhahira

Once situated in prime position on the ancient caravan trade routes, A’Dhahira is traditionally the bridge between Oman’s stunning mountain ranges and neighbouring countries. Archaeology and history play a major role in this region, which extends all the way from the Al Hajar mountains to the Empty Quarter (Rub Al Khali).

Adventure

Nature & Wildlife

Culture

Ibri Fort

Al Ayn & Bat Beehive Tombs

Al Araqi Fort

Bayt Al Marah Castle

Musandam

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Experience Musandam

Musandam is Oman’s northernmost region and is home to some of the Sultanate’s most dramatic landscapes. It is here that 2000m high mountains meet the sea, with stunning fjords and crystal clear waters making this area one of the best diving and snorkelling spots in the world.

Adventure

Dhow cruises

Snorkelling

Mountain Biking

Nature & Wildlife

Telegraph Island

Khawr Ash Sham

Khawr Najd

Jebel Hareem

Culture

Khasab Fort

Dibba

Khmazera Castle

Lima (village)

Al Buraimi

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Experience Al Buraimi

Bordering A’Dhahirah in the north-west of Oman, Al Buraimi is a semi-desert plain descending from the southern slopes of the western Al Hajar Mountains. The area’s ruins, such as those found at the villages of Sharm and Madhbah, highlight the existence of ancient trade routes.

Adventure

Dune bashing

Camping

Nature & Wildlife

Jebel Qatar

Jebel Huwayah

Wadi Sharm

Wadi Al Qahfi

Culture

Al Khandaq Castle

Al Hillah Castle

Buraimi Souq

Mirjib Castle

Al Batinah

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Experience Al Batinah

Al Batinah is an expansive coastal area running parallel to the magnificent Hajar mountain range. It is home to many beautiful wadis and villages, like Wadi Mistal and Wakan Village, and attractions such as Nakhl Fort and the hot springs of Ain Al Thowara.

Adventure

Canyoning

Nature & Wildlife

Ain Thowara

Wadi Bani Kharous

Wadi Bani Awf

Snake Gorge

Culture

Al Rustaq Fort

Barka Fort

Sohar Fort

Al Awabi

Muscat

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Experience Muscat

Muscat is the capital of Oman and offers visitors a stunning combination of old and new. From the architectural masterpiece that is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, to its rugged mountain backdrop and breath-taking beaches, this city never fails to entertain and inspire.

Adventure

Hiking

Dhow cruises

Dolphin watching

Birdwatching

Nature & Wildlife

Qurum Beach

Wadi Al Arbeieen

Wadi Dayqah Dam

Bimmah Sinkhole

Culture

Muttrah Souq

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

The National Museum

Bait Al Zubair

Dhofar

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Experience Dhofar

Although Dhofar lies over 1,000 kilometres from the capital city of Muscat, planning a trip is easy with daily flights between Muscat and Salalah and direct connections from other Arab Gulf states.

ROBERTO ALAGNA AND ALEKSANDRA KURZAK

Ride 100

The Century Ride’s stunning course will take riders through the picturesque areas of Muscat onto Yiti. The route then turns back on itself, travelling through Port Sultan Qaboos and out of central Muscat, towards Seeb.